Explain the concept of racial profiling. What arguments could be made to support the use of racial profiling by the police? Do you agree with these arguments? Why or why not? Are there situations in which the use of racial or characteristics may be appropriate when targeting a suspected offender? Explain your response.

What will be an ideal response?


but should include a description of racial profiling and a discussion of arguments or defenses of the process. Students should explain their views of racial profiling and provide support for these views.

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The scientific study of the dynamics of projectiles and bullet trajectory is ______________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Drug and narcotics addictions have little to do with recidivism rates

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following statements is true about police officers in the 1950s?

A. They received police manuals containing policies on when to use deadly force. B. They were unconcerned about Supreme Court rulings on search and seizure. C. They were disciplined enough to use their billy club to beat someone up only when required. D. They were mostly African Americans and Hispanics.

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Restricting a juvenile through the use of an electronic tracking device is called ________.

A. electronic monitoring B. incarceration C. shock probation D. relaxed probation E. school-based probation

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